PAPER MACHE



 Papier mache is a material used in modeling animals, figures, and objects
 of a three-dimensional nature. It is utilized in store windows and interior
 displays, and in schools for toys, decorations of a display type, and wher-
 ever large solid objects need to be constructed.


 NEWSPAPER ANIMALS


 Fold several thicknesses of news-
 paper in half and roll tight. Tie firmly with
 string and shape the body.

 Roll two other strips tight and wrap with
 string. Attach over first piece and tie firmly
 to form legs.

 Build animal up with wadded-up pieces
 of newspaper tied on where needed. Then
 cover with paper strips dipped in a thin paste
 solution. Add ears, tail and other features,
 which may be formed of wire, colored paper, yarn, string, rope, etc.


 The outer layer may be formed of strips of newspaper, paper toweling,
 or a paper mache pulp. When dry, paint with tempera and then cover with
 varnish or shellac, or use enamel paint. It may be necessary to use several
 layers of paint.


 The animal may be formed of
 wire instead of a newspaper base.
 Pad where necessary with wads of
 newspaper. Cover with strips of news-
 paper dipped in water and covered
 with paste. Use enough layers to give
 the animal the form desired. Apply
 paint and when dry, use varnish.